The New York Knicks have won the NBA Cup, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 124-113, marking their first such victory since 1999. Despite the achievement, the organization has decided not to hang a banner at Madison Square Garden, citing an organizational decision that contradicts initial statements by head coach Mike Brown, who had suggested a banner would be raised. Brown explained that the decision was made to focus on the bigger picture of winning in June and to avoid distractions. Players had mixed reactions, with some, like Mitchell Robinson, excited about the banner idea, while others, such as Mikal Bridges, were indifferent. Jalen Brunson, the tournament MVP, emphasized that the team is focused on future goals, including competing in the NBA Finals. The decision not to hang the banner has sparked controversy, especially since league commissioner Adam Silver has expressed support for the NBA Cup and banners for previous winners like the Lakers and Bucks. Brown clarified that the banner decision was not discussed with players beforehand but was ultimately an organizational choice, aimed at maintaining focus on the season’s larger objectives. Additionally, the Knicks are dealing with an injury crisis affecting star players, and NBA commissioner Adam Silver has acknowledged the ongoing injury issues impacting the league's star power. Experts and analysts have discussed potential solutions to mitigate the injury crisis, which has led to prolonged absences of key players and affected league competitiveness. Overall, while the Knicks celebrate their NBA Cup victory, they are also navigating organizational decisions regarding team branding and addressing league-wide concerns about player injuries and their impact on the game.